Coolgreany National School
Gorey, Wexford
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 115 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 55 girls, 60 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17117P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Íosagáin Coolgreany is a co‑educational, Catholic primary school situated in the rural village of Coolgreany, North Wexford. Set within a close‑knit community, the school provides a welcoming environment for children of all religious backgrounds, fostering a strong sense of local pride and belonging. The ethos is firmly rooted in Catholic values while actively promoting inclusivity, gender equality and respect for diversity. The school delivers a well‑structured, engaging curriculum designed to stimulate curiosity and support each pupil in reaching their full potential. Learning is underpinned by a partnership model that encourages regular communication between home and school, recognising parents as essential collaborators in the educational process. Emphasis is placed on personal responsibility, self‑esteem, and the development of social skills such as respect for property and wellbeing. Through a range of classroom activities and community projects, pupils are prepared for life in a modern, multicultural society.
Applying to Coolgreany National School
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Coolgreany National School. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Coolgreany National School
How many pupils attend Coolgreany National School?
Coolgreany National School has 115 pupils enrolled, 55 girls and 60 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Coolgreany National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Coolgreany National School is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Coolgreany National School?
Coolgreany National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.